Public Works Department: Operations and Maintenance
The Public Works Department is responsible for the essential operations and maintenance of the New Aiyansh community infrastructure. This department manages a wide array of critical services, ensuring safe drinking water, year-round road maintenance, and the upkeep of community buildings and housing. Additionally, the department oversees the local landfill, sanitation systems, and the Fire Department’s emergency response services.
Services Summary
The GVG Public Works Department provides the following services to the community of New Aiyansh:
Infrastructure & Roads
- Roads & Bridges: The team provides year-round maintenance for village roads, including pothole repairs.
- Winter Maintenance: During winter, crews operate dump trucks, graders, and loaders to maintain village roads and parking lots through plowing and sanding.
- Heavy Equipment: The department processes quote orders for gravel and other pit materials and engages in contract work with external employers.
Waste Management
- Regional Nass Valley Landfill: Serving the entire Nass Valley, the landfill facilities accept appliances for separated recycling and apply tipping fees for contractors and businesses.
- Refuse Collection: Refuse collection services are provided to New Aiyansh residents who subscribe to the monthly fee of $10.00.
Water and Sanitation
- Water System: The department actively maintains the community water system to ensure it remains safe and potable for drinking.
- Sanitation: Sanitation services include monitoring the lagoon and assisting with the removal of blockages in sewer lines.
Buildings and Housing
- Community Buildings: Staff maintain community buildings through daily cleaning and preparation—including restocking supplies—to ensure they are ready for business, group, or personal rentals.
- Carpentry: The carpentry unit is responsible for repairing and renovating rental units, as well as assisting with the construction of new homes.
Administration and Emergency Services
- Administration: The Administrative Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for the public and contractors, fielding inquiries and providing price quotes for materials such as gravel
- Fire Department: The Fire Department maintains on-call readiness to respond to fire incidents and provide first responder emergency services.